I know, you're already doubting me with that strange title. But today's Workout Wednesday concept is one that makes fitting in more exercise so easy (and we all want that!), so bear with me. I first heard of "Greasing the Groove" from Ben Greenfield (remember hearing...
7 Interesting Things I Read This Week (Take 2!)
Last week, I thought I was pulling a fast one on you guys by "just" providing 7 interesting things I had read that week rather than a "real" 7 Tips Sunday post. But several of you seemed to really enjoy it, and fortunately for you, I tend to read a LOT of...
Stepping Out of Your Fitness Comfort Zone
Whether you're bored from doing the same exercise every day for the past 5 years, or you're just wondering where to start, it can be hard to build up the confidence to try a new type of exercise. (picture source) But if you don't continue to mix up your routine, you...
How to Increase Exercise Without Getting Injured
I can't start this post without thanking you from the bottom of my heart for the response to my post on living the life I have imagined. Your supportive and encouraging comments, emails, tweets, and messages were so appreciated. I'm pretty sure that was the happiest...
2000!
Happy New Year! Can you believe it is 2014? Speaking of that ... no, I was not confused when I wrote today's title. For Workout Wednesday today, I want to share a glimpse into my year of running in 2013 ... which involved hitting an all-time high of 2000 miles!...
My Thoughts on New Year’s Resolutions (and 7 Lyons’ Share approved Resolutions!)
Are you among the 45% of Americans who usually make New Year's Resolutions? I usually do, but I admit I have mixed feelings about them. On the one hand, I'm all about people setting goals to improve their lives (47% of resolutions are self-improvement-related, and...
Snowed-In Speedwork (Treadmill Workout)
OK ... confession time. I am not snowed in. I actually enjoy running in cold weather, and it was above freezing with no snow on the ground when I did this workout. I'm comfortable with running in the dark in the mornings when I travel, but something about running in...
Remember Your Water … Even When It’s Icy!
Have you ever gone on a run in scorching hot weather, and come back to feel that you could drink gallons upon gallons of water ... you're just dripping with sweat, burning hot, and absolutely parched? (picture source) How about when you come home from a run in...
7 Magazine Clippings That May Spark Your Interest
I could have sworn that I had mentioned my magazine habits before, but my trusty search function is not leading me to that post, so let me explain. I love reading magazines, and I subscribe to many, but I am almost always behind (same with blog reading ... oops). ...
The Benefits of Yoga for Your Healthy Life
Yoga is one of those things that I really enjoy and appreciate when I actually do it ... but that somehow "slips my mind" (or my agenda) more often than I would like. When I get to my yoga mat, I feel like I am doing something for myself, like I am helping my body...